Lock-ins in agri-food systems: New conceptual analytical frameworks

Key Points

• Lock-ins in agri-food systems define critical points where change becomes difficult, slowing sustainability progress.
• The proposed conceptual framework increases understanding of how interconnected factors contribute to these lock-ins.
• Analysis emphasizes the importance of systems thinking in addressing challenges within agri-food systems.
• Addressing lock-ins through new frameworks may enable more effective policy interventions and enhance sustainability efforts.